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R172 LKN

1997 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,283 mi
Last recorded27,283 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi31,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR172 LKN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2024 27,283 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 26,709 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 26,077 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,061 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 25,688 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 24,274 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 22,936 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 21,589 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,359 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 17,509 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 13,580 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 12,098 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 10,447 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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R172 LKN is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 31,147 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R172 LKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R172 LKN registered?

R172 LKN is a 1997 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 6 December 1997.

Is R172 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R172 LKN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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